Uses of E Tel Tablet

E Tel Tablet side effects

Common

Dizziness

Back pain

Diarrhea

Sinus inflammation

Increased potassium level in blood

How to use E Tel Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. E Tel 40 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How E Tel Tablet works

E Tel 40 mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and PPARγ-agonist. It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.

E Tel Tablet related warnings

Alcohol

CAUTION

Taking Telmisartan with alcohol may excessively lower the blood pressure.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

E Tel 40 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

E Tel 40 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

E Tel 40 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Kidney

SAFE

E Tel 40 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of E Tel 40 mg Tablet is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, creatinine, and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

E Tel 40 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of E Tel 40 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of E Tel 40 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you miss a dose of E Tel Tablet?

If you miss a dose of E Tel 40 mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alternate Brands

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

FAQs

Q. Does E Tel cause weight loss?

Weight loss has not been reported as a side effect of E Tel. Talk to your doctor if you experience excessive weight loss while taking this medicine as this could be due to some other underlying condition.

Q. Can E Tel cause headache?

E Tel is not known to cause headache. Please consult your doctor in case you experience headache when you are taking E Tel.

Q. Is E Tel safe?

E Tel is safe if used in the prescribed dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Q. What is E Tel used for?

E Tel is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). E Tel reduces cardiovascular events (i.e. heart attack or stroke) in adults who are at risk because of reduced or blocked blood supply to the heart or legs. The risk is high in people who have had a stroke or in high-risk diabetes patients.

Q. Can I take E Tel with paracetamol?

Yes, E Tel can be taken with paracetamol. As per the reports, using the two medicines together does not change the working of E Tel. Their usage does not cause any severe side effects.

Q. Does E Tel cause cough?

Use of E Tel can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking E Tel.

Q. Does E Tel cause erectile dysfunction?

E Tel is not associated with erectile dysfunction. Please consult your doctor in case you experience this problem while taking E Tel.

Q. Can the use of E Tel cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?

Yes, E Tel can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.

Q. Can the use of E Tel cause weight gain?

No, weight gain has not been reported as a side effect of E Tel. Please talk to your doctor in case you experience an excessive change in your weight while taking E Tel.

Q. Can the use of E Tel cause hair loss?

No, hair loss has not been reported as a side effect of E Tel. This could be due to some other cause or condition. Please consult your doctor.